Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA

Clear Automotive Recruitment Solutions Limited; Rother; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor in Bexhill. This role offers a competitive salary of £45,000 with OTE of £57,000, along with a monthly bonus of up to £1,000. You will contribute to a forward-thinking team, performing damage assessments and ensuring high-quality vehicle repairs. This position emphasizes strong communication and organizational skills, with immediate interviews available.

Benefits

29 days annual leave including bank holidays

Immediate interviews available

IMI and ATA training

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator.
• Experience with Audatex is essential.
• Knowledge of EV / Hybrid vehicles is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect damaged vehicles, assessing the full extent of damage.
• Prepare computerized and manual estimates while keeping records.
• Liaise with insurance companies to gain repair authorizations.

Skills

Vehicle Damage Assessment

Audatex experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA — Bexhill • £45,000 OTE £57,000 • Leading Accident repair group • Permanent position, Monday to Friday • Realistic and Achievable monthly bonus up to £1,000 per month • 29 days annual leave (inc bank holidays) academy, IMI and ATA training • Immediate interviews available

For more information, please call Rochelle on (phone number removed)

The Role - Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA

Our client is offering a standout opportunity for a talented and experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) to become a vital part of a leading accident repair group at their facility in Bexhill.

This isn't just another job - it's your chance to join a forward-thinking team at the forefront of the vehicle repair industry. You'll play a crucial role in delivering precision damage assessments, creating accurate repair estimates using cutting-edge systems, and ensuring every vehicle is restored to the highest possible standard of safety and quality.

Your expertise will directly shape the customer experience and reinforce the business's stellar reputation for excellence, craftsmanship, and trust. If you're looking for a role where your skills are valued, your input makes a real impact, and your career can truly thrive - this is it!!

Responsibilities:

• Inspect damaged vehicles, assessing the full extent of damage, repair costs, and timescales
• Identify the correct prescribed repair method and ensure accurate documentation
• Prepare computerised and manual estimates, keeping up-to-date records of all work
• Liaise with insurance companies to gain repair authorisations and confirm repair costs
• Communicate effectively with customers, engineers, and technicians to ensure correct repair methodology is followed
• Ensure all amendments to repairs are authorised by insurers
• Work closely with bodyshop staff to ensure prescribed repair methods are carried out correctly

About You

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor / Estimator
• Audatex experience is essential
• EV / Hybrid knowledge and hands-on experience is highly desirable
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Able to work efficiently in a busy, professional accident repair environment

How to Apply

If you're an experienced VDA / Vehicle Damage Assessor looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Send your CV

Or call Rochelle on (phone number removed) for an immediate interview

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